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PUBLIC Makaton Training Courses​ Dates
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Perfect if you are an individual wanting to learn Makaton or have just a few staff members needing Makaton training. Can't find a suitable date? Get in touch! All IN-PERSON PUBLIC courses are held in Weston super Mare. Scroll down or click the links for further information. or to book your place.​​​​​​
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FREE Makaton 90-minute workshops
Thursday 4th December 2025 - https://buytickets.at/alimakatontutor/1931609
Wednesday 14th Jan 2026 - https://buytickets.at/alimakatontutor/1931611
Early Years training IN-PERSON​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​
Saturday 29th Nov 2025 - FULLY BOOKED
Thursday 12th March 2026 - https://buytickets.at/alimakatontutor/1895104
Early Years training ONLINE
Saturday 17th January 2026 - https://buytickets.at/alimakatontutor/1895120
Saturday 21st February 2026 - https://buytickets.at/alimakatontutor/1895137
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Level 1 training IN-PERSON
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Friday 30th January 2026 - https://buytickets.at/alimakatontutor/1872308
Tuesday 21st April 2026 - https://buytickets.at/alimakatontutor/1872309
Thursday 16th July 2026 - https://buytickets.at/alimakatontutor/1872310
£85pp discounts on multiple bookings
Carer discounts available
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Level 1 training ONLINE
Weds 25th Feb AND Thurs 26th Feb 26
https://buytickets.at/alimakatontutor/1941297
£85pp + P&P discounts on multiple bookings
Carer discounts available
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Level 2 training IN-PERSON
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Thursday 12th February 2026 - https://buytickets.at/alimakatontutor/1872316
Tuesday 23rd June 2026 - https://buytickets.at/alimakatontutor/1872318
Weds 23rd September 2026 - https://buytickets.at/alimakatontutor/1872320
£85pp discounts on multiple bookings
Carer discounts available
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Level 3 training IN-PERSON
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Wednesday 25th March 2026 - https://buytickets.at/alimakatontutor/1884843
£85pp discounts on multiple bookings
Carer discounts available
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General Wellbeing - ONLINE
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Saturday 7th March 2026 - 1pm - 4:30pm - https://buytickets.at/alimakatontutor/1884812
Saturday 9th May 2026 - 10am - 1:30pm - https://buytickets.at/alimakatontutor/1884821
Sunday 12th July 2026 - 11am - 2:30pm - https://buytickets.at/alimakatontutor/1884949
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Nursing - ONLINE
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Thursday 27th November 2025 - 1pm - 4:30pm - FULLY BOOKED
Sunday 22nd February 2026 - 10am - 1:30pm - https://buytickets.at/alimakatontutor/1884801
Saturday 6th June 2026 - 1pm - 4:30pm - https://buytickets.at/alimakatontutor/1884802
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L Disability Team - ONLINE
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Sunday 30th November 2025 - 1 - 4:30pm - FULLY BOOKED
Thursday 22nd January 2026 - 6pm - 9:30pm - https://buytickets.at/alimakatontutor/1884770
Saturday 28th February 2026 - 10am - 1:30pm - https://buytickets.at/alimakatontutor/1884771​​
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Level 1 training is the starting point for learning Makaton. It is recommended for anyone with an interest in Makaton,.
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Content
Level 1 training provides a practical introduction to the Makaton Communication Programme.
Sessions include discussing commonly asked questions, hints and tips for effective signing and symbol use and how to start using Makaton in everyday situations at home or work. You will also learn the signs and symbols from Stages 1 and 2, and some of the Additional stage, of the Core Vocabulary.
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Duration
The Level 1 workshop training is made up of two modules which can be delivered in a number of different ways.
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In-person workshop is typically covered in one full day of around 6 hours.
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Online training for Level 1 takes a minimum of seven hours and can be delivered in two sessions.
Entry criteria
No previous Makaton experience is required.
Study materials
You will receive a Participant's Manual which includes the Makaton symbols and line drawings of the signs that you learn in the workshop. You will also be given a certificate of attendance. Please remember to keep your Level 1 training certificate in case you want to attend further Makaton training.
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Cost
£85pp
Level 2 training builds on the knowledge you gained in Level 1 training.
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Content
You will learn the signs and symbols from Stages 3 and 4, and the rest of the Additional stage, of the Core Vocabulary.
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Duration
Level 2 training is made up of two modules which can be delivered in a number of different ways.
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In-person workshop is typically covered in one full day of around 6 hours.
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​Online training for Level 2 takes a minimum of seven hours and can be delivered in two sessions.
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1 full day'2 x half days
Entry criteria
Participants must have attended Level 1 training.
Study materials
You will receive a Participant's Manual, which includes the Makaton symbols and signs that you learn in the workshop. You will also be given a certificate of attendance. Please remember to keep your Level 2 training certificate in case you want to attend further Makaton training.
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Cost
£85pp
Level 3 training helps you to improve and develop your signing and symbol skills and how to use them effectively every day.
You will revise the signs and symbols you learned in your Level 1 and 2 training, and learn the signs and symbols for Stages 5 and 6 of the Core Vocabulary.
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Duration
The Level 3 workshop consists of two modules which can be delivered in a number of different ways.
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In-person workshop is typically covered in one full day of around 6.5 hours.
Online training for Level 3 takes a minimum of seven hours and can be delivered in 2 sessions.
Entry criteria
Participants must have completed Level 2 training.
Study materials
For the Level 3 workshop you will receive a Participant’s Manual which includes the Makaton symbols and signs that you learn in the workshop.
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For all the workshops you will be given a certificate of attendance. Please remember to keep your certificate in case you want to attend further Makaton training.
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Cost
£85pp
Level 4 completes the Core Vocabulary and develops your understanding and skills in using Makaton to support people with a wide range of communication difficulties.
You will revise the signs and symbols you learned in your Level 1, 2 and 3 workshops and learn the signs and symbols for Stages 7 and 8 of the Core Vocabulary.
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Duration
The Level 4 workshop consists of two modules which can be delivered in a number of different ways.
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In-person workshop is typically covered in one full day of around 7 hours.
Online training for Level 4 takes a minimum of seven hours and can be delivered in 2 - 4 sessions on one or more days, for example:
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1 full day (one session in the morning, one in the afternoon. (7.5 hours is recommended to allow plenty of time for lunch, and other breaks from the screen)
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2 x 3.5-4-hour sessions (different days)
Entry criteria
Participants must have completed Level 3 training.
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Study materials
For the Level 4 workshop you will receive a Participant’s Manual which includes the Makaton symbols and signs that you learn in the workshop.
For all workshops you will be given a certificate of attendance. Please remember to keep your certificate in case you want to attend further Makaton training.
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Cost
£85pp
Makaton For... Workshops
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Choose from:
Early years settings, General Wellbeing, Nursing, Dentistry, Emergency Services, Learning Disability Team
Elevate your communication skills​
Imagine enhancing children's speech, language and communication skills in your Early Years setting. Perhaps you work in health & social care and would like to support patient health outcomes with stress-free appointments, reduced anxiety, and smoother engagements.
Our RANGE of 3.5 hour, tailored to specific roles Workshops empowers staff to support communication to suit individuals.
To help develop language and communication skills for babies and young children or to involve patients in their healthcare decisions, fostering collaboration to improve overall well-being and ensure everyone feels informed and engaged in their healthcare journey. Makaton is a communication programme that combines speech, signs and symbols to empower anyone living with learning or communication difficulties to understand and be understood.
These courses are also popular for those working within general Health & Social Care settings such as Supported living settings, with the Workshop for General Wellbeing being the most popular and relevant to roles supporting adults at home and in the community.
Makaton training enables your staff to connect confidently with people who have communication difficulties and needs. Training can offer ideas, advice, and guidance to improve your equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI) strategies.
This workshop will empower participants to engage more effectively with individuals within your individual settings.
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Bespoke training
Crafted in collaboration with experienced professionals specialising in learning and communication needs. Delivered in a flexible model to suit your needs with options for online or face-to-face sessions, our workshop offers:
Impactful Makaton Vocabulary: Enhance your capacity to communicate in both general and critical contexts.
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Specialised Training: A 3 and a half hour robust session to unlock your team's communication potential designed to meet diverse communication needs and enhance you service's accessibility.
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Key learning outcomes
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Proficient in everyday Makaton signs and symbols.
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Competent in specialist signs and symbols designed to improve understanding and reduce anxiety during appointments.
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Promote inclusion and awareness.
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Cost
From £45pp
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Watch My Needs is a workshop designed for adults who are beginning to experience difficulties with understanding and recall, after having good understanding, recall and use of language.
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The Watch My Needs Workshop is for direct use with adults with memory difficulties, who should attend the workshop sessions with a supporter.
These can also be delivered in a care home setting with members of staff supporting adults.
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This workshop focuses on the Makaton Core user at the centre of the programme, with the aims of promoting independence, gaining confidence in making choices and taking part in daily activities.
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Duration
This workshop is delivered over 5 consecutive weeks, 90 minutes per session.
Entry criteria
No previous knowledge of Makaton needed
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Study materials
You will receive a Participant’s Manual which includes the Makaton symbols and signs that you learn in the workshop.
For all workshops you will be given a certificate of attendance.
Cost
​£85 for the 5 week block
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